Good morning, Farmington.

New Mexico grocery store workers at Albertsons and Smith's approved new four-year contracts that include raises and improved time off policies after months of negotiations.

Their union had voted to authorize a strike last month—prompting both companies to settle the dispute.

State Treasurer Laura Montoya warns that scammers using a spoofed phone call and a fraudulent email are targeting New Mexicans by threatening to freeze bank accounts or prompting unauthorized transactions—she advises reporting any such contact immediately.

On Tuesday, July 15, local and state officials including Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, BCSO Sheriff John Allen, and the Farmington Police Department held a press conference to call for tougher juvenile crime laws that update a code not revised since 1978—citing serious incidents like a 17-year-old’s firearm discharge that nearly killed a person—with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's office noting a special session may be convened to address these concerns.

Farmington residents are reminded by KOAT health expert Dr. Ash that chemical sunscreen soaks up UV rays while physical sunscreen blocks them like a mirror.

He advised choosing sunscreens with at least SPF 30, checking expiration dates, and applying about two tablespoons every two hours — especially after swimming or sweating — to help reduce skin cancer risk.

Four Corners Special Education Day

9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — San Juan College — Free entry — Dive into presentations on special education from experts across Four Corners states while exploring community resources.

Connie Mack World Series

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Ricketts Park — $4-$8 — Experience one of the premier amateur baseball tournaments with top teams from across the nation.